Friot, Stephen P. Born 1947 in Troy, NY Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma Nominated by George W. Bush on September 4, 2001, to a seat vacated by Wayne E. Alley. Confirmed by the Senate on November 6, 2001, and received commission on November 12, 2001. Education: University of Oklahoma, B.A., 1969 University of Oklahoma College of Law, J.D., 1972 Professional Career: Private practice, Oklahoma, 1972-2001